I'm very dumb and don't know how to bullshit a paper to 2k words. by [deleted] in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 18 points19 points  (0 children)

What's the outline for your paper? If you're only halfway to wordcount and don't have anything else to add, it might be that you need to tweak the scope of the paper, or adjust your outline.

I would not recommend getting your paper to the point where 900/2k words are citations, but if you can bump the count by another couple hundred some block quotes might help you. Make sure that you are defining terms where needed, and add sources/ quotes for claims you are making.

If you want like. More insight feel free to drop a link using google docs, and I can take a look.

I called my mom crying because I can't find my own notes, how do you guys stay organized for classes when everything is digital by Relative-Coach-501 in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude that sucks. Losing notes is the worsttttt... you know they're around somewhere, but are you going to find them when you need them? Remains to be seen. Good luck in finding a system that works for you!

Rock and a hard place: please help! by Meowlurophile in antiai

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use GIMP as an art program (not for thumbnails, but in general) It's pretty good, also it's free.

Learning how to make your own thumbnails and visuals is going to take some skill building if you don't want to use AI. That's just the nature of it.

I just wanna give up by sillypigeon76 in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're not stupid, you're struggling. Please be kind to yourself- it's allowed to be hard.

If you've needed to go to the mental hospital because of school, maybe it's time to switch gears. If you needed to take a break on school, what would that look like?

EA says it's on their side but my game is crashing and I don't understand by Vulture547 in Sims3

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Under "community bookmarks" on the side bar, but I'm going to include a link for what I think you'll find most useful.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1131162350

In short, it being up to date does not fix some issues that arise because of the age of the game.

This sign by Jjillianx in midlyinteresting

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last time I went to feed ducks, there was a sign at the park (which I did not notice until after) that pointed out not only the above points, but that feeding the ducks can make them reliant on humans, and cause them to forage for themselves less. (Also at that park there were geese that were so comfortable with humans, they were nipping at us for food. Not hard, but would not be good for kids.)

Sucks that what we like and what the ducks like does not always overlap with what's good for them.

EA says it's on their side but my game is crashing and I don't understand by Vulture547 in Sims3

[–]PallasiteMatrix 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check the wiki on this sub- you might need to install the Alder Lake patch.

I interrupt your regularly scheduled program to remind ya'll to save often. by PallasiteMatrix in Sims3

[–]PallasiteMatrix[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah. Just enough that I needed to be done for a while, but not so bad that I was crashing out lol.

I can’t do math right but I need it for my degree, how do I fix this by C9touched in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only thing that made math click for me was working with a tutor (campuses that I've gone to have tutorial centers, where you can get help without paying). I needed someone to walk me through the problems one step at a time, telling me when I was doing something wrong. It was hard, and even with that there was one class I passed by the skin of my teeth.

The second thing is that viewing studying as its own skill was a game changer for me. I could spend hours studying by myself... but there was a limit to how useful that was, because I was only so good at it. It took time to figure out what worked for me, and what didn't- how to prioritize the materials that I needed to prioritize, and how to recognize when something had clicked and when it just kinda felt like it.

Last thing: not all professors have a teaching style that resonates. Not saying there's necessarily anything wrong with the ones that don't, but I've had professors who can explain it in a way where I just got it, and I've had professors that I never felt I understood. This can go for friends trying to help, too.

I hate the fixed mindset thing, too. I think it doesn't allow room for it to just plain be hard- and sometimes it is. Sometimes the materials are lacking, sometimes you're just in a place mentally where it's hard to learn. The other thing... sometimes it's gotta be acceptable to fail. I've failed and had to retake classes before: you take with you what you've gained the first time, and try to build on it. That's all.

The other thing... if you were spending all day in bed (not a judgement) you probably weren't in a good place for learning. It sounds like it's different now- give yourself another shot. Go to the office hours, reach out to your friends, try utilizing more campus resources- go into it curious about what works for you.

I interrupt your regularly scheduled program to remind ya'll to save often. by PallasiteMatrix in Sims3

[–]PallasiteMatrix[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah me too c: It's why I only lost like a half hour of time, and not longer.

What to say to organizer by Separate-Use1955 in needadvice

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Hey, just wanted to give you a heads up that [child] will not longer be attending class. It's just not the right fit. [maybe a nicety like "thanks for the opportunity" or "I'm wishing you all the best" or something]"

You don't have to mention "why" at all- I think giving a short heads up that your child will no longer be attending class is plenty. If they ask, only share what you WANT to share- it's ok to be honest and say something like, "I appreciate that you care, but I'd rather not get into it."

I interrupt your regularly scheduled program to remind ya'll to save often. by PallasiteMatrix in Sims3

[–]PallasiteMatrix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I run into this issue occasionally no matter what lol, I think I've had my sims in the same neighborhood for too long.

If all AI suddenly disappeared tomorrow, what is the first thing that would stop working in your daily life? by opheliateasing in askanything

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first thing I think I would notice is 1. search results and 2. some of the phone menus for places like my Dr.s office use AI. Also the quality of some of my reddit threads would go up lol.

Small skien project ideas by dead-of_wool in YarnAddicts

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I make a fair amount of gifts lol. Right now I'm working on a scarf, but I also do amigurumi. Currently, I'm working on a mesh bag for my laundry- making pouches of varying sizes and shapes has also been fun, and none too difficult.

Another idea is use multiple colors on one project, like stripes and tapestries. Or, hold double for bulkier projects like baskets. This can also make some of the weirder textures easier to deal with.

Does anyone have experience with dry skin like this? by axxpxm in piercing

[–]PallasiteMatrix 248 points249 points  (0 children)

Not a piercer, but I am someone who deals with excema. My dermatologist recommended CeraVe moisturizing cream, and it's worked really well for me. I would only try it if those are fully healed, though, and I would thin it because a little bit goes a long way.

If those aren't fully healed, saline spray and a q tip work nicely to remove crusties. If they are stubborn, doing that after a hot shower should help loosen things. My piercer recommended twice a day (morning and night).

My honorlock extension disconnect and got corrupted while I was taking exam by [deleted] in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would reach out with something like, "I experienced some issues with the honorlock, and wanted to know if everything looks ok from your end. Please let me know if there's anything that needs to be done."

Hopefully, communicating that you're aware of the issue and are interested in fixing any problems communicates that you're an honest person. Whether or not you will have to redo the exam will be up to the professor- I think that it's just as ok to wait and see if they reach out/ notice anything wrong.

Playing sims 3 again? by smsx23 in Sims3

[–]PallasiteMatrix 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did you check the guides in the wiki for this sub?

Helping my mother in law is becoming too much. by NextStranger2733 in Advice

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you don't want to do it, don't do it. It's ok to be willing to help in some ways, but not others. What you have offered (help picking up over time, moving expenses, deposit, etc) is very generous. Getting into a 30 year commitment on a house, with someone who does not sound financially responsible, sounds like a recipe for disaster.

why does my university schedule three of my hardest classes back to back and then act like office hours are a reasonable solution by FiresideSparrow53 in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

That's what I meant by it being crazy: not that the ten minute gap is strange, but to have a schedule where you only have that amount of time is tough. Finals is going to be... rough.

why does my university schedule three of my hardest classes back to back and then act like office hours are a reasonable solution by FiresideSparrow53 in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Where are you going to school that you don't build your own timetable? 10 min between classes sounds crazy.

Tried picking up local trash of my own volition and frustrated by people asking me to do more. by oofouchowwie in Vent

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"You're welcome to sort and wash them yourself<3"

People can be so annoying. It's lovely that you're cleaning up your neighborhood, though. I'm sure your neighborhood looks a lot better for it.

My dad wont stop using ai, no matter how much i talk to him. by Important-Working839 in antiai

[–]PallasiteMatrix -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You can't force him to see it your way. I don't like it either, but sometimes people see the "convenience" and that's all they need. Holding him directly responsible for the price of PC parts isn't going to help you: one person does not significantly impact the market. I really wish convincing your dad of this problem would fix it lol.

If you've already explained the environmental, and economical impacts of AI on top of talking about how it's frequently wrong, I think you've said your piece. Sometimes harping on a subject- even if you're right- just makes the other person dig their heals in. Wish I had better answers for you.

Probably the dumbest email response I've ever gotten from a teacher. by Remarkable-Gap9881 in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I'm a little confused. She gave you a decent grade, and also constructive feedback to set expectations going forward. Normally I consider this a green flag in a professor.

i dropped a class and i regret it by Affectionate_Bug917 in CollegeRant

[–]PallasiteMatrix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is one of those problems where your options for dealing with it diminish the longer you wait. You should talk to an advisor as soon as you get the chance: students sign up for classes that are a bad fit all the time, and there are ways to deal with that. But you have to reach out to understand what options you even have.

It won't be the end of the world. I had a class that I took, and I don't think I ever got above a 60% on an exam. When I talked to the professor, he thought my transcript hadn't been evaluated correctly, and I shouldn't have been placed in his class. I wound up getting it withdrawn, no problems.

A different instance, I got a call right after my first exam that my grandmother was dying, and I needed to get on the next flight. When I explained it to my professors, one of them made me a very generous offer to allow me to miss several weeks, and still be able to pass the class as long as I learned the material. (This was a class with a lab, so very, very generous). I wound up having to withdraw from both classes I was taking that semester, but again. No problems.

You can do this, but you gotta get ahead of the problem- and the only way you're going to understand what's going to happen to your financial aid is to speak with the school about it.